Left Bank Art Fest: February 2012

Cold weather, art in all forms and a busy morning would describe the scene. Paintings, photography, jewelry, glass work and more were available for viewing and purchase at the Esplanade's artist colony. Despite the weather turnout was decent and a number of artists reported success. Visit the colony at Marco's Esplanade plaza to see the offerings on an ongoing basis.

Peter Sottong produces masks, paintings and more based on Marco area Indian art. He's on display at the library and museum. See more at keymarcocat.com. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Marco Eagle-Daily News.

Betty Newman seen here in her artist attire specializes in large format oils and acrylics described as contemporary "happy art". Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Marco Eagle-Daily News.

Beaded specialties on display by Erika Newton Designs. She's at the artist colony and 239-596-1029. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Marco Eagle-Daily News.

Ruth's Pottery is dishwasher and microwave safe functional pottery. For more call 239-445-1382. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Marco Eagle-Daily News.

Painters Pat Perrotti (oils) and Elizabeth Sheridan (watercolors) ride out a cold morning. See their work at the Esplanade artist colony. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Marco Eagle-Daily News.